QTL Mapping and Marker-Assisted Selection in Plants
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Genetics, Genomics and Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 183
Special Issue Editor
Interests: legume genomics; stress response in plants; plant QTL analysis
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue of Plants focuses on recent advancements in plant genetics and breeding through QTL mapping and marker-assisted selection (MAS). These powerful tools identify and utilize genetic markers linked to desirable traits, accelerating breeding and enhancing crop performance. Next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies have transformed QTL mapping by providing high-resolution genetic maps and enabling the discovery of numerous genetic variants.
We welcome original research, reviews, and case studies exploring various aspects of QTL mapping and MAS. We encourage submissions on:
- Novel methodologies for QTL identification;
- Innovative MAS approaches;
- Application of these techniques to diverse plant species;
- Studies integrating genomics, transcriptomics, and phenomics data for improved QTL mapping and MAS precision;
- Studies that leverage NGS for QTL mapping, highlighting advancements in sequencing technologies, data analysis pipelines, and their application in identifying QTLs for complex traits.
Topics of Interest:
- Development and validation of novel genetic markers;
- Integrating high-throughput sequencing into QTL mapping;
- Applying MAS in breeding programs for disease resistance, stress tolerance, and yield improvement;
- Utilizing NGS for high-resolution QTL mapping;
- Case studies demonstrating successful implementation of QTL mapping and MAS in crop improvement;
- Computational tools and models for QTL analysis and MAS.
We aim to provide a platform for researchers, breeders, and practitioners to share their findings, discuss challenges, and explore future directions in plant breeding. Join us by contributing to this Special Issue and pushing the boundaries of plant genetics and breeding.
Dr. Sujan Mamidi
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- quantitative trait loci (QTL)
- marker-assisted selection (MAS)
- plant breeding
- genetic markers
- high-throughput sequencing
- genomics
- crop improvement
- disease resistance
- stress tolerance
- phenotyping
- next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- genetic variants
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